How to access Cygnet
To access this course, your child / young person must have a formal diagnosis of Autism (ASD) from a professional and be aged between 5 and 18 years old.
Turtle CYP will run 8 Cygnet courses over the next 12 months and we can accommodate up to 12 parents on each course. We will run the final course of this year on 29 April, which will run until June. Please note we won’t be running the next course until September. In the meantime, you can join our waiting list, by emailing training@turtlecyp.co.uk.
We welcome all parents and carers to attend together, but can also accommodate parents / carers to attend separate courses if preferred. There will be a choice of dates that you can choose, from daytime to evening. Each course will run either in-person or online. In-person sessions will be run across South Gloucestershire.
Your check list to access Cygnet
Your child must ….
- Have a formal diagnosis of autism
- Be aged between 5-18 years old
- Live in South Gloucestershire.
“I have learnt news way to picking and choosing my battles with my daughter. I feel giving choices is the way forward even when situations and opinions are not what she wants to do.”
Our next courses will start in late April and will run for 7 weeks. Booking is open on EEQU. Don’t wait to book as they will be full really quickly.
Next courses available to book
Turnberries Community Centre, Thornbury Tues morning 29 April – 17 June 10am-12.30pm. Dates: 29 April, 6 May, 13 May, 20 May, (skip 27 May for half term), 3 June, 10 June, 17 June. Booking link https://eequ.org/experience/12309
Useful information and specialist support
We’ve compiled a list of specialist organisations who can help families with children on the autistic spectrum. All in South Gloucestershire and Bristol.
These organisations offer a range of activities: from inclusive play, courses and workshops, support groups, neuro-diverse social events, gym groups, online communities, and advice to protect your child’s interest.
And also a link to apply for Disability Living Allowance for your child.
Please click the download button below. This free and available to all – even if you’re waiting for a Cygnet course to start, or still awaiting a diagnosis.